Compact and Convenient One-Room Apartment in Tomidabayashi, Osaka
This affordable one-room apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living space in the quiet residential neighborhood of Tomidabayashi, Osaka. The unit is located on the 3rd floor of a 3-story steel-framed building constructed in April 1985, featuring a compact yet functional 16 sqm (approximately 4.84 tsubo) layout. The monthly rent is 30,000 yen, with a common area fee of 5,000 yen per month. Initial costs are kept low with a key money (reikin) requirement of 35,000 yen and no security deposit (shikikin).
Essential equipment includes a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, space for a gas cooker, storage space, air conditioning, free internet usage, an indoor washing machine space, cushion flooring, a monitor-equipped intercom, and propane gas. The apartment is a corner unit, offering potentially better light and ventilation. Building amenities include free-of-charge bicycle and motorbike parking, and garbage can be disposed of at any time. A recent interior renovation was completed in April 2025, which included new flooring (such as laminate) and re-wallpapering throughout all rooms.
Special notes highlight the property's location in a quiet residential area. Important remarks include an early cancellation penalty of two months' rent if the contract is terminated within the first year. The transaction is a general mediation, and the management company is Meiko Corporation.
The area of Tomidabayashi provides easy access to daily necessities, with a co-op supermarket and a Daiso store just 50 meters away. For an interesting local fact, Tomidabayashi is home to one of Japan's oldest amusement parks, Hirakata Park, which opened in 1910 and is a short drive away. The closest major tourist attraction is the ancient burial mound complex of the Mozu Kofun Group, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in nearby Sakai City, offering a fascinating glimpse into Japan's early history.
